Picture gallery charts history of miniature railway in Burnley's Thompson Park

By Dominic Collis

Published 23rd Aug 2024, 14:35 BST

Our wonderful retro picture gallery charts the beginnings of a Burnley institution.

The Thompson Park Miniature Railway, which next year will celebrate its 25th anniversary, has proved a popular local tourist attraction since it opened.

Take a look at these wonderful photos.

Mayor of Burnley Coun. Roger Frost at the official opening in 2005

1. Thompson Park Miniature Railway

Mayor of Burnley Coun. Roger Frost at the official opening in 2005 Photo: s

Getting read for Santa Special 2023

2. Thompson Park Miniature Railway

Getting read for Santa Special 2023 Photo: s

Phase 2

3. Thompson Park Miniature Railway

Phase 2 Photo: s

Brian Howarth left of picture and Mike Bailey on the right

4. Thompson Park Miniature Railway

Brian Howarth left of picture and Mike Bailey on the right Photo: s

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